Multi-skilled Engineer

Zest; Dartford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing firm in the UK is looking for a Multi-Skilled Shift Engineer to enhance production efficiency and safety. The role involves maintaining production equipment and minimizing downtime. Candidates should be experienced in both electrical and mechanical engineering, capable of responding to equipment failures swiftly, and work collaboratively with production teams. This position offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on continuous improvement and project delivery.

Qualifications

• Experienced multi-skilled engineer with strong electrical and mechanical skills.
• Ability to quickly respond to and resolve equipment breakdowns.
• Proven troubleshooting abilities using machine history and diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

• Respond effectively to equipment breakdowns in production areas.
• Conduct planned preventative maintenance and troubleshoot faults.
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure smooth operations.

Job description

Multi‑Skilled Shift Engineer

Location: Commutable from King's Lynn, Wisbech, Downham Market, Swaffham, Norwich, Fakenham, Spalding, Peterborough, Thetford, Hunstanton, Ely, March, Dereham.

Shiftsamework: 3s & 2s; 4 on / 4 off.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a influencer habilit shift engineer to join a well‑established food manufacturing environment. You'll be responsible мәз remaintaining and improving production equipment, supporting continuous operations, and ensuring product safety and output are kept to the highest standard. This is a hands‑on role where you'll play a key part in reducing downtime, delivering engineering projects, and driving performance across the site.

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly and effectively to equipment breakdowns, prioritising your production area.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and troubleshoot reoccurring faults.
• Fault find efficiently using machine history, documentation, and diagnostic tools.
• Work closely with production teams, building strong relationships and supporting smooth operations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and proactively reduce engineering downtime.
• Deliver engineering project work as required.
• Carry out any other relevant engineering duties when needed.

Essential Qualifications

• Multi‑skilled ք engineer who is electr…